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United Airlines

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At a glance

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the nation.  It’s headquartered in Chicago, which is also the location of the largest United hub.  United has a collection of co-branded credit cards that allow you to rack up miles, gain access to lounges, and more. This article directory gives you the resources to plan out your travel strategy for United Airlines.

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Star Alliance

(800) 864-8331

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Buzzworthy

  1. United’s newest Hawaii flagship just got a big schedule boost
  2. Mid-tier card match-up: United Quest vs. Delta SkyMiles Platinum Amex
  3. Newark’s planned runway work may impact your summer travel
  4. More elbow room in the sky: How to buy a second seat for yourself on U.S. airlines
  5. 4 reasons to get the new United Quest Card

Latest Reviews

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TPG round-up: 5 worst economy meals in the sky
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8 ways the United Polaris long-haul experience has changed
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The good – and bad – of flying United’s transcon Polaris during the pandemic
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Flight review: United’s A320 in Economy Plus from New York to Denver
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My last trip before coronavirus: Flying United basic economy, from Denver to Austin
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The best transcon US flight: Comparing American Flagship First, JetBlue Mint and United Polaris

Essential Reading

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United Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them
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Your ultimate guide to United Airlines partners
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A comprehensive guide to United Airlines’ new same-day flight change policy
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Latest Deals

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United celebrates ‘Pi Day’ with one-way flights for $31.40 or 3,140 miles
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Save on warm-weather trips with United’s ‘under $70 to over 70’ sale
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Act fast: United award flights from just 3,000 miles or $29 each way
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Deals of the week: Amtrak kids travel free, $40 transcon flights and more
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Book now: Nonstop, business-class award availability for 2+ passengers from the US to South Africa
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Deal alert: U.S. cities to Mexico from $164 round-trip

All United Stories

Guides
Ultimate guide to searching award availability for the major airlines
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Some travelers may get to skip quarantine in Portugal this summer
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Credit cards that can help you earn airline elite status
Guides
Americans can now visit 90+ countries and territories — here’s the complete list
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Here’s how to use airline miles for a first class upgrade
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Delta pulls lie-flats from Boston to LAX, leaving JetBlue as sole holdout
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Who should (and shouldn’t) get the United Quest card?
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United’s pre-pandemic boarding groups will return this week
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United upgrades 14 outdoor-focused routes for the summer
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Best credit cards for airport lounge access in 2021
Guides
Singapore is reopening soon: Here’s how to get there using points and miles
Reviews
No-annual-fee card that earns United miles: United Gateway Card review

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